The Mermaid of Black Conch

Bookseller recommendation

“This is a lush and utterly transportive (not to mention expertly narrated) story. Rich in folklore and unafraid of touching on serious issues like race, gender, colonialism, and disability, this is a fiercely beautiful story that goes straight to your heart. The Mermaid of Black Conch is easily one of the most unique, stand-out books I've read this year, featuring gorgeous imagery that even those like myself who struggle to visualize things, can't help but see in vivid glory. This story crawls under your skin, worms its way into your mind and your heart, and sticks with you, playing on repeat in your head even after you hit pause or finish the final lines.”

— Briana • Wicked Words

Bookseller recommendation

“This audiobook is incredible! I loved the voice actors and the book itself! So captivating, I could not stop listening!”

— Penny • Birchbark Books

Bookseller recommendation

“This book has everything you want from a novel! Action, love, lust, comedy, drama. It was a book about a mermaid in the 70s and yet it mirrors contemporary societal issues in such an interesting way and thoughtfully reflects on colonial history and genocide. Beautiful, moving descriptions combined with dark, harsh prose had me dying for more. I kept rewinding and listening to the description of Aycayia when they first pull her out of the water because I couldn't get over it. Ben Onwukue is easily one of the best audiobook narrators I have ever listened to. His voice, expression, and pacing were perfect and helped this great story shine.”

— Nadine • Birchbark Books